Apple Spice Cake

Prepare to indulge in the irresistible warmth and comforting flavors of Apple Spice Cake—a moist, cinnamon-kissed dessert perfect for fall gatherings or any time you crave a sweet, spiced treat. Made with diced fresh apples, rich brown sugar, and unsweetened applesauce, this cake bursts with natural sweetness and fruity goodness in every bite. Elevated with a harmonious blend of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, it delivers a cozy aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes. Simple to whip up with a straightforward batter combining wet and dry ingredients, this cake is ready in about an hour from start to finish. Enjoy it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with cream cheese frosting for a decadent finish. Perfect for 10 servings, this Apple Spice Cake is an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert brimming with seasonal flavors every baker will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup whole milk
• 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, applesauce, and milk until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while stirring. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the diced apples with a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it into an even layer.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, slice and serve as is or top with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or cream cheese frosting if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1567.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4508.8

Total Fat 164.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 952.8mg	0%
Sodium 3663.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 726.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 475.8g
Protein 54.8g	0%

Vitamin D 149.8IU	0%
Calcium 460.0mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 1391.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 63.1%